Recap: Moonlit Beauty Event in Seattle

Seattle beauty fans enjoyed an intimate Q&A session with Moonlit Skincare Co-Founder Stephy Kim on Sept. 26 at Hotel Theodore in Downtown Seattle. Guests enjoyed swag bags, sparkly rosé, and catering by Rider Seattle as they learned the backstory behind the indie brand that is embracing the science of sleep to facilitate healthy skin.

Moonlit Skincare leverages the restorative hours of sleep to repair skin so that users wake up with a healthy, hydrated glow. “The idea was born out of noticing how much better skin looks when you get enough sleep,” says Stephy. Most consumers overlook how important sleep is to their overall health and wellness, but it’s critical. Sleep and skincare go hand in hand and Moonlit has products to help consumers multi-task while they get some well-deserved beauty sleep.

Guests of the event received full-size Moonlit Skincare products including Midnight Shift, a lavender-scented overnight facial oil that moisturizes and smooths skin, and Moonlit’s newest product, Powder Down Powder, an all-natural 2-in-1 mask.

Moonlit Skincare is available locally at Knack on Capitol Hill and online at ShopMoonlit.com. View the full event photo gallery on the Gossip & Glamour Facebook Fan Page. Photo credit: Vivian Hsu.

Beet World announces fall trunk shows in Seattle

Seattle children’s brand Beet World has announced two fall fashion trunk shows that will take place this week in Seattle. Fashion fans are invited to experience the fall 2018 collection and meet founder Ashima Singhal on Thursday, October 11 at Jujubeet in Bellevue from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Saturday, October 13 at Pottery Barn Kids at University Village from 12-4 p.m. These events are free and open to the public.

Beet World offers a full range of classic clothing for girls in sizes 2T-12. The collection includes tops, pants, and dresses, in 100% woven cotton fabrics. A portion of the proceeds from every purchase is donated to a rotating list of programs that support children’s education and literacy around the world. View the full Beet World collection online at Beet-World.com.

Recap: Eye Eye Fall Frame Event

Seattle fashion fans gathered at EYE EYE on Capitol Hill last Tuesday night for a special fall frame event hosted by Kirsten Andresen PR x Gossip & Glamour. Guests enjoyed champagne and bites by Gourmondo Catering as they viewed Eye Eye’s expansive selection of over 27 different brands including deadstock vintage frames.

Eye Eye was founded by Will Pentecost, Optometric Physician, who was inspired to create his own brand of accessible, independent, local, and honest eye care. In addition to traditional frames, Eye Eye also carries prescription sports eyewear including snow/ski goggles and non-RX blue light blocking lenses. Visit Eye Eye in-store at 1317 E. Pine St. Seattle, WA 98122

View the full photo gallery from the event on Facebook by clicking here. Photo credit: Karya Schanilec Photography

Thompson Seattle fall fashion series - EXTENDED

The fall fashion series at Thompson Seattle has been such a hit with hotel guests and local fashion fans alike that the hotel has decided to extend the series through the month of October. To date, the series in partnership with Gossip & Glamour has featured a rotating list of designers and boutiques including Baby & Co., Buki, Andieanderin, and Moorea Seal. The trunk shows take place every Thursday from 3-8 p.m. in the hotel lobby and are free + open to the public.

The series continues on Thursday, October 4th with Amsterdam-based brand Scotch & Soda. The company recently opened a new store on Capitol Hill, marking the brand’s section location in the Seattle area. The first Scotch & Soda store in Seattle is located at University Village.

The October line-up includes Alhambra, A.Oei, and Seattle brand Jane & The Shoe. RSVP now via Eventbrite.

KACYYOM named finalist for 2018 Gray Awards

KACYYOM, a luxury leather goods brand based out of Seattle, has been named as a finalist for the 2018 Gray Awards. Kacy was selected as a fashion finalist out of more than 300 submissions. The winners will be revealed on November 29th at the Gray Awards party at The Sanctuary. Tickets to the event are on sale now and a portion of the proceeds will benefit The Block Project. To view the full finalist list, click here.

K Ba-Nana Grand Opening Party Recap

K Ba-Nana at University Village hosted a private grand opening party on Sunday, August 26th produced by Gossip & Glamour. The event featured music by DJ Catch24, food by Ba Bar, drinks by Indie Wineries, and sweet treats by Molly Moon. Over 150 guests attended the event to check out the new space and learn more about k-beauty. We want to personally thank all the local beauty fans who came out on a rainy Sunday night to party with us!

If you haven’t visited the K Ba-Nana store yet, drop in next time you’re at University Village. The store took over the old Apple space and will be open now through the end of the year. Click here to view the official photo gallery from the event.

K Ba-Nana was also recently featured on King 5’s Evening Magazine. In case you missed it, check it out here.

Olive Crest visits King 5 to discuss the foster care crisis in Washington

Kelsey Parker of Olive Crest sat down with King 5’s Amity Addrisi on Sunday morning to talk about the current challenges the Washington state foster care system is experiencing and what her organization is doing to meet the needs of local kids. Check out the full interview here. If you want to learn more about Olive Crest, donate to the cause, and volunteer to help kids find safe and loving families, visit OliveCrest.com. There are currently 1,655 children in Washington without a foster family. If you know someone who would make a great foster parent, please share this story with them and encourage them to learn more about becoming a foster parent.

Local fashion fans who want to support the cause can also purchase tickets to the 5th Annual Wine Women & Shoes event taking place November 9th at the Fairmont Olympic.

Thompson Seattle announces fall fashion series

Thompson Seattle has partnered with Gossip & Glamour to launch an exclusive fall fashion pop-up series featuring a rotating list of local brands. The September line-up includes Baby & Company (Sept. 6), Andieanderin (Sept. 13), Buki (Sept. 20), and Moorea Seal (Sept. 27). The pop-up trunk shows will take place in the hotel lobby from 3-8 p.m. every Thursday in September giving access to Seattleites who want to be the first to check out fall arrivals from their favorite brands and global travelers who want a unique way to experience Seattle fashion. These events are free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to RSVP via Eventbrite here. 

What: Thompson Seattle fall fashion trunk show series

When: Every Thursday in September 

Where: Thompson Seattle 110 Stewart St. Seattle, WA 98101 

Time: 3-8 p.m. (unless otherwise noted)

Featuring:

Baby & Company - September 6

Andieanderin - September 13

Buki - September 20

Moorea Seal - September 27

RSVP: Guests are encouraged to RSVP for trunk shows via Eventbrite. 

Sweet & Power announces official launch date of season one

Sweet & Power, a ground-breaking fictional web series featuring an all Asian American female cast, will make its debut September 17th on YouTube. Written and created by prominent lifestyle influencer Carolyn Yuen Marino of the style blog Hey Pretty Thing, Sweet & Power offers unique insight into the challenging and often comical everyday moments of four millennial women. “I created Sweet & Power because I wanted to watch a show like this on Netflix,” explains Yuen Marino, “I believe that if you don’t see the representation you want out in the world, it’s up to you to get out there and create it. Sweet & Power is part of a larger cultural shift in entertainment, and we are very excited to add to that conversation.”

The series is written from the perspective of the protagonist Cici Yuen, played by creator Yuen Marino. The show features multiple on-going storylines and follows Cici and her three best friends, Yoona Kang, played by Yeji Kim Sakoda, Robin Chan, played by Becca Cheung, and Noy Inchareon, played by NoyNoy Inthaphanya. The first season follows the cast as they navigate the highs and lows of careers, relationships, sexuality, and cultural identity.

The first episode will debut on the official Sweet & Power YouTube Channel on Monday, September 17, 2018. A new 10-minute episode will air each month through January 2019. For more information on the series visit www.sweetandpower.com.

Stay Connected

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Website: www.sweetandpower.com
Instagram: @sweetandpowerseries
Facebook: sweetandpowerseries

K Ba-Nana announces grand opening at University Village

K Ba-Nana, a beauty pop-up featuring the latest K-beauty skincare and accessories, has announced the late-summer opening of its first retail location at University Village. “I’ve always loved everything about Korean trends, especially all the fun, cute, beauty products,” explains founder Liz Kang Yates, “I’m excited about sharing a mix of Korean brands, some of which are being sold in the U.S. for the very first time, in a colorful and innovative environment.”

The assortment of products will feature K-beauty favorites such as sheet masks, nail polish, cosmetics, and skincare essentials. In addition to beauty, K Ba-Nana will also carry a curated mix of accessories including socks, hairpins, jewelry, and gifts. Featured brands include TPSY, Too Cool for School, Huxley, IPKN, Moart, and A'Pieu.

The pop-up shop will take over the space formally occupied by Apple, giving K Ba-Nana a prime retail location within the outdoor shopping center. The store interior will feature bright colors, hand-painted murals by local artist Jesse Brown, and custom fixtures designed to highlight the unique mix of Korean beauty products. Interactive, Instagram-worthy scenes were strategically designed within the store to offer a fun and memorable shopping experience. Guests will find decorative photo walls and have access to a Molly Moon vending machine that serves up Minimoon cups of ice cream. The pop-up will also serve as a community hub for creative collaborations and local lifestyle events.

K Ba-Nana will open its doors to the public on Sunday, August 26 at 11 a.m. and remain open as a pop-up through the end of the year. To mark the store opening, the first 2,000 customers will receive a special gift with purchase, while supplies last. For brand updates and in-store events follow K Ba-Nana on Instagram @HelloKBanana.

Address

K Ba-Nana
2656 NE University Village St. Seattle, WA 98105
(Located near Madewell and J.Crew)

Beet World launches childrenswear line just in time for back-to-school

Beet World, a contemporary children's clothing line, has officially launched in Seattle just in time for the back-to-school shopping season. The collection of clothing for girls sizes 2T-12 is designed for modern childhood adventures and days spent exploring. Everything in the line is made from 100% woven cotton in classic silhouettes with distinct style details including ruffles, collars, and button closures. 

"Beet World is a departure from the current mass market clothing available for kids," says founder Ashima Singhal, "We wanted to create a brand that places equal emphasis on quality, sustainability, and beauty."

Beet World has also placed a focus on ethical and sustainable production practices and will minimize the use of artificial fibers and materials in its clothing and packaging.  All garments in the line are proudly sourced from a single, family-owned factory in India that has been manufacturing and exporting cotton garments for over 40 years. 

The Autumn/Winter collection includes cotton dresses, long sleeve blouses, tunics, corduroy skirts, and pants, all priced under $50 and available exclusively on Beet-World.com. A portion of the proceeds from the Beet World Back-to-School collection will be donated to organizations dedicated to promoting education and literacy to children around the world.  We invite you to learn more about this new Seattle-based clothing line and view the lookbook for the debut collection here. 

Follow Beet World on Instagram @BeetWorld. 

RealSelf releases research report on growing beauty trends

RealSelf just released a new study showing that there's a growing interest among men and women in Seattle for minimally invasive, non-surgical procedures. Last year 94 million people worldwide visited the site to research elective cosmetic treatments. Laser and energy device treatments emerged as a key driver in the study conducted by RealSelf. Interest in CoolSculpting, a fat-freezing procedure that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn areas of fat on the body, took the #1 spot with a 60% interest increase compared to 4th quarter search results for 2017. Microneedling was also high on the list of procedures searched by RealSelf users. The treatment uses fine needles to rejuvenate skin and stimulate collagen. Porcelain Veneers were also of interest, up 21% quarter over quarter growth, as was information on laser hair removal. 

RealSelf is the leading source for people to learn about cosmetic procedures, share their experiences, and connect with top providers. Each month, millions of RealSelf users research and rate procedures, post before and after photos, and seek personalized advice from aesthetic experts. View the full RealSelf research report here.

WWS Seattle announces Kaci Aitchison as 2018 event emcee

Wine Women & Shoes Seattle has announced Kaci Aitchison as the official event emcee for the 2018 fashion fundraiser taking place this fall at the Fairmont Olympic. Kaci is a Northwest native and has been an on-air personality for nearly two decades. In her most recent role, Kaci was a TV anchor and reporter for Q13 News This Morning. The annual Wine Women & Shoes event is a benefit for Olive Crest and helps raise critical funding for foster kids in Washington. Tickets start at $150. More information can be found here. 

W Bellevue to host Moonlit Skincare Pop Up

Moonlit Skincare is coming to Bellevue on Tuesday, August 7th. Join founder Stephanie Kim for a special pop-up in The Library at W Bellevue from 3-6 p.m. Guests will also enjoy a special gift with purchase. RSVP via Facebook by clicking here. 

Designed to sync with the science of sleep, Moonlit Skincare's Midnight Shift is dedicated to promoting a simple yet effective regimen that delivers overnight results. Come see what the buzz is all about. 

Submissions for the Gray Awards are now open

Gray magazine is celebrating the most innovative designers in the Pacific Northwest across a variety of categories including fashion, architecture, interior design, product design, and more. The Gray Awards serve as Seattle's first cross-disciplinary, regionally focused design awards program and we encourage all local designers to submit their best work. Early bird registration ends July 2nd. The winners, chosen by an esteemed panel of international design stars, will be honored at the official Gray Awards party this fall. Gossip & Glamour is thrilled to be a returning partner for the Gray Awards. We'll see YOU in November at the party. In the meantime, grab your portfolio and enter the award competition now! 

Last year designer Suk Chai of SCHAI took home the fashion award for her Legion collection, picutred below. We can't wait to see who takes home the fashion award this year! Good luck!

KACYYOM now available at Wolf & Badger

Seattle designer Kacy Yom has recently added another East Coast stockist to the list of high-end stores carrying her eponymous line of luxury handbags. Wolf & Badger is now home to a curated selection of KACYYOM bags online (currently) and in-store coming later this summer. Launched in 2010 in London's Notting Hill neighborhood by brothers Henry and George Graham, Wolf & Badger is home to over 600 emerging designers from around the globe. Celebrity fans of the store include Cara Delevingne, Solange Knowles, and Rita Ora. Visit Wolf & Badger's flagship in New York at 95 Grand Street or visit them in London at 46 Ledbury Road in Notting Hill. 

Fashion Calendar: Wine Women & Shoes Tickets On Sale Now

Tickets to the 5th annual Wine Women & Shoes fashion fundraiser are on sale now. The event will take place on Friday, November 9th at the Fairmont Olympic in Downtown Seattle and will host over 350+ well-heeled women and their "sole mates" for a high-energy night of fashion and philanthropy in support of Olive Crest. 

The evening will include a shop-for-a-cause marketplace, "Wall of Wine" experience, a live and silent auction, beauty bars, culinary experiences from local restaurant partners, on-site wine tasting, and more.  Guests will have the chance to enter to win the "Key to the Closet" to unlock a prize pack valued at over $10,000 filled with fashion, jewelry, accessories, and experiences around the city. The evening, hosted by local on-air personality Kaci Aitchison, also includes a fashion show by Armoire, a "Best in Shoe" competition, and appearances by this year's "Shoe Guys" who will help indulge, inspire, and pamper guests throughout the evening. 

Wine Women & Shoes is an evening designed to help raise critical funding for Olive Crest programs that support foster kids in Washington. There are currently 10,000 foster kids in the state and over 1,655 kids who are awaiting a foster family. Olive Crest currently serves 442 families in the Pacific Northwest and has a goal to double that number over the next two years. Please join us in providing the necessary resources to ensure that at-risk kids right here in our community have a safe home and a loving family.

Tickets to Wine Women & Shoes start at $150 and range up to $3,500 for a platinum table of ten. Get your ticket now!

Event Details

What: 5th Annual Wine Women & Shoes Gala

When: Friday, November 9, 2018

Where: Fairmont Olympic Hotel 411 University St. Seattle, WA 

Time: 5 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.

Tickets: $150 - $3,500

More info: Click here 

Hashtag: WWS2018SEA

#LocalLove featuring Gossip & Glamour Clients

Local love is the best kind! Here's a look at some of our recent press hits and collaborations featuring Gossip & Glamour clients. 

Fashion Calendar: Andieanderin at J. Crew

Seattle brand Andieanderin will pop-up at the Pacific Place J. Crew store on Saturday, June 23rd. Guests will get to meet Co-Founder Cara Ingham and view the full collection of silk neckties inspired by influential women. These ties make the perfect summer accessory and also make a great gift!

What: Andieanderin Pop-up at J. Crew

When: Saturday, June 23, 2018

Where: J. Crew at Pacific Place 600 Pine St. 

Time: 1-5 p.m

No RSVP needed. This is a free event open to the public. See you there!

Spotted: Actress Arden Cho wearing KACYYOM

We love actress Arden Cho and can't help but be smitten with how she styled KACYYOM's Eun-Bi Marigold clutch. In this casual look that's perfect for the summer season, Arden pairs white knit overalls with a short sleeve striped top and nude sandals with a block heel. 

Follow Arden's fashion adventures on Instagram @Arden_Cho and check her out here on Youtube.